Many Nigerians have expressed anger and disappointment after spending Christmas Day without electricity in several parts of the country. Families who planned to celebrate with friends and relatives were forced to adjust their plans as power outages affected cooking, lighting, entertainment, and cooling during the hot festive period.

Residents in different states took to social media to complain about the situation, saying the blackout made the holiday uncomfortable and costly. Some said they had to rely on generators or candles, while others could not preserve food or host guests as planned because there was no power supply.

Critics accused electricity distribution companies of failing to prepare for increased demand during the festive season. They argued that the power firms should have anticipated higher usage and made arrangements to ensure stable supply, especially during important public holidays like Christmas.

Many Nigerians are now calling on the government and power regulators to hold the electricity companies accountable and improve the reliability of the power sector. They insist that consistent electricity is essential not just for comfort, but also for businesses, healthcare, and overall quality of life.